Acting in Solidarity: Reflections in Critical Christianity

‘Acting in Solidarity is the doing of theology at its best – engaging Christian learners in critical reflection, bodily involvement, and emotional investment over matters of faith and witness.’ Dwight N. Hopkins, Professor of Theology at the University of Chicago, is the author of Being Human: Race, Culture and Religion ‘Finally! – something that has thinking, questioning, reflecting, Christians in mind. Dr Reddie has given us an invaluable resource for those of us who know that play, playfulness, wonder and imagination are for all ages – for all learners.’ Dr N. Lynne Westfield, Assistant Professor of Religious Education, Drew University

Acting in Solidarity is a lively resource book of original sketches and studies suitable for groups of all ages, cultures, communities and contexts. These exercises are designed to kick-start a process of thinking creatively and critically about the Christian faith. Anthony Reddie guides the reader clearly through the process of using the material and facilitating the groups. Each sketch is introduced with opening reflections, and accompanied by questions for follow-up study after the exercises have been completed. The use of drama and humour allows difficult topics to be raised and explored, and sections include bible study, pastoral care, racial justice, black theology, ethics and action. Acting in Solidarity is an essential tool for theological educators, community workers, youth workers and clergy, and provides fresh and lively inspiration for all those seeking to help make the Bible and Christianity come alive for a contemporary audience.

Anthony Reddie is Research Fellow and Consultant in Black Theological Studies for the Queen’s Foundation for Ecumenical Theological Education in Birmingham and the Methodist Church. He is the editor of Black Theology: An International Journal and his last book was entitled Nobodies to Somebodies: A Practical Theology for Education and Liberation (2003).